2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Livina

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Nissan Livina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Nissan Livina
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Livina
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 342 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 209 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 52 L


 

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